6-Day Cusco Gastronomy Tour

Discover the tastes and tales of Cusco on a 6-day Gastronomy Tour! Wander through streets blending Inca ruins and Spanish buildings, sampling both classic and modern dishes. Uncover the mysteries of Sacsayhuamán's ancient stone structures. Then, journey to the famed Machu Picchu, a breathtaking site nestled in nature. Join this adventure that blends history, culture, and delicious cuisine for an unforgettable journey!

Highlights

Experience a delicious gastronomic tour through Peruvian culinary treasures
Explore vibrant Pisac market, showcasing locally crafted goods
Discover Machu Picchu's legendary ruins, guided through its origins

Activities

Places Visited

Activity Level: Relaxed

Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.

Full Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive in Cusco

Accommodations
1 Dinner

On your way to the airport in Lima, relax before your flight to Cusco. In the evening, have dinner at a restaurant that serves traditional Cusco dishes in a cozy, old-fashioned setting in the famous San Blas neighborhood.

Overnight at the selected hotel in Cusco.

Day 2: Chocomuseo | Pisco Museum

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1 Breakfast

Take part in a delicious adventure on a gastronomic tour! Explore the fascinating world of Peruvian staples at the Chocomuseo and the Pisco Museum. Learn the production process of each, from the raw ingredients all the way to the finished product. And to tantalize your taste buds even further, you'll get to sample these delights in each location! After this flavorful journey, head back to your hotel for a satisfied rest.

Optional activity: Visit to the planetarium

Day 3: Maras | Moray

Accommodations
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch

Set out from the hotel after breakfast, traveling through the Sacred Valley toward the archaeological wonder of Maras. Here, witness the mesmerizing salt ponds that have sustained local families for generations. These thousands of ponds have historically served as a vital economic hub, providing sustenance and livelihoods. Moving onward, reach Moray, about an hour and a half away, and explore mysterious Inca ruins featuring concentric circular terraces with varying climates on each level. Following the exploration, indulge in a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in the Sacred Valley before unwinding at your hotel.

Day 4: Ollantaytambo

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1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch

Explore the Pisac market, a vibrant tapestry of dozens of stalls overflowing with locally crafted goods. You find textiles in bright colors, intricate carvings, and replicas of ancient Inca pieces.

Next, head to the pre-arranged restaurant. Ollantaytambo, a living example of Inca urban planning, will greet you with its timeless charm. Pachacútec, a powerful Inca emperor, conquered and then rebuilt Ollantaytambo, transforming it into a part of his vast empire. Today, it stands as one of the most remarkable archaeological sites in the region.

Prepare to witness a culinary tradition that stretches back millennia: Pachamanca. This unique Andean ritual involves slowly cooking a variety of ingredients, including potatoes, sweet potatoes, meat, and vegetables, beneath the earth using heated stones. Watch with anticipation as the Pachamanca is unearthed, and then savor the delicious results. Finally, your journey concludes with a transfer back to the Sacred Valley.

Day 5: Sacred Valley | Machu Picchu | Cusco

Accommodations
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch

Transportation service picks you up and takes you to Ollantaytambo Station. Board a comfortable train and gaze out the window at the stunning Andean landscapes as you travel for about an hour and a half. The train will take you to Aguas Calientes, the town closest to Machu Picchu. Upon arrival, your guide will be waiting to meet you and help you get to the bus stop. Then, catch a bus for the short 25-minute ride up to Machu Picchu, the legendary "Lost City of the Incas."

Explore this archaeological site believed to have been built in 1450 by the Inca Pachacutec as his holiday home. Abandonment followed a century later after the Spanish conquest, sparing it from the destruction that struck other Inca settlements. Now, you get to explore its most impressive buildings and learn all about its fascinating origins with a guided tour.

After you complete the tour, take the bus to Aguas Calientes. Enjoy lunch at your selected restaurant. After lunch, explore the charming village and, when you're ready, board the train back. The trip by train takes an hour and a half and takes you back to Ollantaytambo, where transportation will accompany you back to your hotel in Cusco.

*Lunch time may vary depending on the entry point of the citadel. Considering the citadel's limited capacity, we suggest confirming your booking at your earliest convenience to proceed with purchasing tickets, as availability is not guaranteed.

Day 6: Departure from Cusco

1 Breakfast

Transfer to the Cusco airport to take your departure flight.

Accommodations

Cusco - Hotels

Casa Andina Standard Cusco Koricancha

Casa Andina Standard Cusco Koricancha is a comfortable cozy and pleasant hotel with 35 rooms, 100% non-smoking, with a great location within easy walking distance from the Plaza Mayor (the main square) and Koricancha Temple.

Hotel José Antonio Cusco

Hotel José Antonio Cusco is a modern hotel conveniently located on Avenida del Sol where you can easily access all of the treasures awaiting you in the city of Cusco.

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Aranwa Cusco Boutique Hotel

Aranwa Cusco Boutique Hotel is the essence of luxury and comfort in the heart of the Inca city. Built in a colonial mansion of the XVI century, each room or suite presents an intelligent oxygen system and a spa concept bathroom. Aranwa Cusco Boutique also offers the best dining options in the city of Cusco.

Visit the Plaza de Armas in Cusco on your Peru tour

More Cusco Hotels

Cusco was, and still is, the epicenter of the Inca Empire. It's streets lined with monolithic Inca stone walls and colonial churches that used those same stones to build their cathedrals. Cusco is the ideal place to spend a few extra days exploring ruins, museums, and churches.

Sacred Valley - Hotels

El Sauce

This unique hotel features the magic and charm of the only Inca village still inhabited, its extraordinary landscapes and ancestral routes. With just six guest rooms, each room is complete with a private bath and 24 hour hot water. Enjoy views of the ruins over the locally sourced breakfast buffet.

Pakaritampu

Pakaritampu is located in Ollantaytambo, 56 miles (90 Kms) away from Cusco, in the heart of the Inca's Sacred Valley. It is considered an ideal starting point for traveling to Cusco because it is located at a lower altitude

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Hotel Aranwa

Aranwa Sacred Valley Hotel is built on a seventeenth century colonial hacienda by the Vilcanota River, just one hour away from the city of Cusco and on the route to Machu Picchu. The hotel offers rooms decorated in colonial style as well as other modern minimalist decor.

More Sacred Valley Hotels

Explore the Sacred Valley of the Inca's, a fertile valley with terraces and fortresses carved out of the slopes of the massive Andes. This is the gateway to Machu Picchu and worth a stay.

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5 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 1 Dinner
5 Nights Accommodations
1 Day Locally Hosted Guide Service
Accommodations as listed
Ground transportation as listed
Activities as listed
Meals as listed
Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
Professional English-speaking guide
Gear Rental: Front-suspension Mountain Bike, Helmet, Gloves, Support Van to accompany riders, & Water
Roundtrip transfers from Cusco
Bilingual Guide on shared basis
Shared transfers from/to the train stations
Train to Machu Picchu regular service (Voyager or Expedition). For luxury category, the superior train service (Vistadome or 360).
Private transfers from/to the airport

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Gratuities
Travel Insurance
Personal Expenses
Flight costs (please request a quote)
Additional excursions during free time
Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)

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Beyond expectations! Then again we weren't sure what to expect. Lovely stay at the lodge, met other like-minded travelers (many had their trips planned by Adventure Life) and the owner was a gracious hostess. It felt like you were one happy family, visiting with a favorite aunt.

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